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Contact
Email
hailey@sgb-law.com
Phone
(206) 558-5209
Address
401 Union Street, Seattle, WA, 98101, US
Professional
About
James D. Hailey is a distinguished attorney based in Seattle, Washington, renowned for his expertise in insurance law. With over four decades of experience, James has built a respected practice at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, P.S., where he serves as a shareholder and a trusted advocate for his clients. His extensive legal knowledge is complemented by his unwavering commitment to providing personalized service, ensuring that each client's unique needs are met with diligence and care. A graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law, James earned his Juris Doctor in 1977, following his cum laude Bachelor of Arts degree from UCLA in 1974. His academic achievements laid a solid foundation for a career dedicated to excellence in legal practice. In addition to his role at the firm, James actively contributes to the community as a legal clinic volunteer at El Centro de la Raza, where he offers support and guidance to underserved populations. His passion for justice and advocacy has earned him numerous accolades, including the AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated status from Martindale-Hubbell in 2019 and the Public Justice Award from the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association in 1998. James D. Hailey's dedication to his clients and his impressive track record in insurance law make him an invaluable resource for those navigating complex legal challenges. With a focus on achieving favorable outcomes, James is committed to empowering his clients through every step of the legal process.
About Car Accident Law
Car accident attorneys represent individuals injured in motor vehicle collisions. They work to obtain compensation for injuries, property damage, and other losses. Common matters include car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents.
Credentials
Education
1977 University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1974 University of California - Los Angeles BA - Bachelor of Arts, cum laude
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2019 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 1998 Public Justice Award, Washington State Trial Lawyers Association 1976 Comments & Research Editor, Ecology Law Quarterly
Publications
1977 Ecology Law Quarterly Comments and Research
Associations
1985 - Present American Association for Justice Member 1977 - Present Washington State Bar Association Member 1977 - Present King County Bar Association Member 1977 - Present Washington State Association for Justice 1979 - 1985 American Civil Liberties Union of Washington Legal Committee
Speaking
2003 HIPAA HIPAA Regulations 1998 Premises & Products Liability CLE Premises & Products Liability 1996 10th Annual Workers Compensation CLE Workers Compensation 1994 Winning Workers Comp and Third Party Cases Third Party Liability Cases 1989 Evaluating Personal Injury Cases Evaluating Personal Injury Cases
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Updated: Jun 12, 2026